Meta announced on Friday that it is ending its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, marking a significant shift in its internal policies. Janelle Gale, Meta’s vice president of people, shared the news in an internal memo, citing legal and political challenges as key reasons for the decision.
“The Supreme Court of the United States has recently made decisions signaling a shift in how courts will approach DEI,” Gale wrote. “It reaffirms longstanding principles that discrimination should not be tolerated or promoted on the basis of inherent characteristics.”
The changes include the termination of the “Diverse Slate Approach,” which encouraged the consideration of qualified candidates from underrepresented groups for open roles. Meta will also end its diversity supplier program and equity and inclusion training initiatives. Additionally, the company’s DEI team is being disbanded, with Chief Diversity Officer Maxine Williams transitioning to a new role focused on accessibility and engagement.
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